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KALEEN offers four cabins and sleeps nine guests in addition to Captain Andre Swanepoel and his crew of four. KALEEN offers every water toy you can imagine and her professional crew will attend to your every need and ensure a first rate holiday.
KALEEN Specifications
| LENGTH |
110ft (33.5m) |
BEAM |
23ft (7.0m) |
ENGINES |
2 x Detroit 12V71 @ 650 hp |
FLAG |
Marshall Islands |
| DRAFT |
6ft 0in (1.8m) |
TYPE |
Power yacht |
| YEAR BUILT |
1986 |
REFIT |
2008 |
SPEED
CRUISE/MAX |
13kts / 16kts |
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| DESIGNER |
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BUILDER |
Broward Marine |
| STABILISERS |
None |
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CREW |
Captain Andre Swanepoel & Chef TBD + 3 |
KALEEN Accommodations
Sleeps 9 In 4 Cabins
KALEEN can accommodate 9 guests in 4 cabins.
The master cabin has a king size bed, bath/tub, shower and head.
Another cabin has twin beds, bath/tub, shower and head.
Another cabin has a queen size bed, shower and head.
Another cabin has a double bed, a pullman, bath/tub, shower and head.
KALEEN is fully air conditioned through out.
Crew has a separate companionway, heads and shower.
Kaleen has recently had many great updates!
2007: Both main engines rebuilt (fall), both generators rebuilt (summer), Nav electronics upgraded 2008: Stabilizers rebuilt, fuel & racor system rebuilt, engine room wiring, installation of insulation between engine room and Master stateroom, all lines and hoses for grey and black water systems redone. New marble tops in master stateroom and new TV system installed. Galley stove and oven upgraded (new) In addition for the Fall of 2008: new carpets throughout installed early July. Exterior repainting and complete new varnish throughout interior and exterior. Replacement galley counter tops and floor covering. Replacement of all curtains, valances and wall fittings. New paint and varnish full exterior in 2009 and interior varnish. A special entry door was created on the port side of aft deck. Camille's main deck with forward VIP stateroom is completely wheelchair accessible.
KALEEN Crew Profile
Captain: Andre Swanepoel
Andre was born and raised on the South African East coast, in the coastal City of Durban. Soon after completing High School Andre got bitten by the travel bug and hasn’t stopped traveling since. He first joined the yachting scene when he did a Trans Atlantic crossing from South Africa to the Caribbean in 2000. He started working on Day Charter yachts in the Caribbean gaining experience and working his way towards his Captains license in 2003. He has since worked on numerous large yachts, sailing and motor. Andre is very accommodating to the guests needs, and combining this with his excellent knowledge of cruising grounds, you are assured of a memorable stay on the yacht Kaleen.
First Mate: Gerry Turnbull
Gerry is an Aussie from Cairns, Australia where he spent several years as a dive instructor on the Great Barrier Reef before he set off for Fort Lauderdale to pursue yachting. As a dive instructor on board a live aboard diving vessel, he enjoyed showing his clients a memorable and exciting holiday. He discovered and further educated himself on ocean life and ran excursions such as shark feeds. It was easy for Gerry to transition from dive boats to yachts and he has been successfully making yacht client’s charters just as memorable. In his spare time, Gerry enjoys all physical activities, travel, reading, and watching movies. Gerry’s pleasant demeanor and patience are sure to enhance the client’s stay aboard MY Kaleen.
Chef: Juan Dormehl
Juan hails from South Africa and grew up in a coastal town called Mossel Bay. After graduating from High School he took to traveling through the United Kingdom, working in hotel kitchens, where he ultimately discovered his talent and love for cooking. He returned to South Africa and enrolled at Zewenwacht Chef School in Stellenbosch. He graduated as Chef with diplomas in Patisserie, Culinary Arts and Cooking Principles. Juan started working at a Moroccan restaurant as Demi Chef and quickly worked his way up to Head Chef. He wanted to broaden his culinary vision and accepted a position as Chef at the Hilton on City Avenue in Philadelphia where he worked for a year., Next, he took to the seas on a 6500 mile Atlantic crossing and has been on yachts ever since. Juan specializes in European Fusion cooking but easily adapts to the guest’s requests as his culinary background and experience is very broad.
Chief Stewardess: Jodie Grubbs
Jodie is from Annapolis Maryland, which means all she needs is some blue crabs and good live music to have a good time. She graduated from Towson University in Baltimore, MD, with a major in communications in 2007. Immediately after, Jodie moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida to pursue yachting and to satisfy her passion for travel. She has been a stewardess in the yachting industry for three years now. In her spare time, Jodie enjoys the outdoors, exercising, camping, riding motorcycles, and the beach. She also enjoys the arts including music, reading, dance, and movies. Her family and friends are very important to her and she loves spending time with them when she is away from yachting. Most importantly, Jodie is a fun, caring, and outgoing person who hopes to make the client’s memories on board Kaleen amazing and unforgettable.
Stewardess: TBD
